Healthcare Assistant

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Full Time 40 £29,485 - £31,088 Per year Greater London Ground Floor, Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust, Community Healthcare NHS Trust, Central, 15 Marylebone Rd, London NW1 5JD, United Kingdom Apply before 2024-11-16
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Overview

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The Health Care Assistant will provide a mixture of general and specific care to a group of patients under the guidance and supervision of a registered nurse or allied health professional. The HCA will work in various settings, including community centres, clinics, and patients' own homes.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the ongoing assessment of patients by completing appropriate paperwork and reporting clinical and behavioral information to the nurse/therapist.
  • Undertake delegated clinical activities after achieving competency, including vital signs monitoring, routine urinalysis, glucose monitoring, and insulin administration.
  • Enable patients/carers to effectively use resources by providing up-to-date information and responding to inquiries.
  • Seek assistance from colleagues for unresolved questions and refer patients to the MDT team as appropriate.
  • Assist with errands and general duties relevant to the clinical area.

Salary and Benefits

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £29,485 to £31,088 per annum, inclusive of HCAS. Benefits include:

  • A comprehensive induction into the community service, followed by local induction.
  • Car lease scheme (T&C's apply).
  • Flexible working options.
  • Annual travel card loan.
  • Training, support, and development opportunities in your career.

Skills and Experience Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should possess relevant skills, knowledge, and experience. Please refer to the job description and person specification for detailed information.

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